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Amanda’s story: How YWCA Hamilton’s Encore program helped a 29-year-old breast cancer warrior
Amanda Rahija was only 29 when she felt a lump in her breast. Breast cancer was the last thing on [...]
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YWCA Hamilton’s Impact Report offers a glimpse into our work in the community
Did you know… …that 212 women had a safe place to rest 3044 times during last winter’s coldest months at [...]
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YWCA Hamilton’s Encore program is a lifeline for breast cancer survivors
When Neanette Atanas talks about YWCA Hamilton’s Encore program, she gets a little emotional. “I may cry when I talk [...]
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YWCA Hamilton’s new RISE Collective helps amplify youth voices in the community
Are you a young person passionate about making change, building your skills, and connecting with your community? The RISE Collective [...]
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YWCA Hamilton’s STEP Program helps young people smash barriers to employment
Finding a job can be difficult under the best of circumstances – but when you’re a young person facing barriers [...]
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You walked the walk, your way! Walk a Mile in Her Shoes 2020 raises over $113,000
We did it!! The first-ever virtual Walk a Mile in Her Shoes was a huge success, drawing 205 participants on [...]
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To rebuild after COVID-19, we need a feminist recovery plan, says YWCA Hamilton CEO Denise Christopherson
The following is an editorial by YWCA Hamilton CEO Denise Christopherson was published in the Hamilton Spectator on Aug 1. [...]
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Walk a Mile in Her Shoes helps fund vital YWCA Hamilton programs
When you participate in Walk a Mile in Her Shoes, every step helps us provide vital programs to women, girls, [...]
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Learn more about the skilled trades with YWCA Hamilton’s Pre-Apprenticeship programs
When it comes to the skilled trades, women make up only 3 to 5 per cent of the work force. [...]
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Neighbourhood residents are ready to welcome Putman Family YWCA to Ottawa Street
YWCA Hamilton’s brand-new building is taking shape on Ottawa Street – and members of the community say they’re eager to [...]